Advertisements RACINE – The Racine Zoo, part of the emperor tamarin Species Survival Plan, welcomed two new babies over the Christmas holiday to the family. Parents Amelie and Pitino have now successfully added six offspring to the tamarin population in the past three years. Born on Dec. 22, 2021, the twins are reported to be […]
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5 Fabulous Holiday Light Displays in Racine & Kenosha Counties
Advertisements Holiday light displays are filling the Southeastern Wisconsin area with gleam and sparkle. If you are looking for a COVID-19 friendly activity and want to soak up the holiday spirit, be sure to stop by one or all of these magical light shows. It’s a great way to enjoy the magical season with family […]
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Wonderland of Lights at the Racine Zoo
Advertisements Drive through the Racine Zoo and gaze at the Wonderland of Lights this holiday season. This illuminated event begins November 19 and will take place every night from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Just like the Racine Zoo’s normal operations, the Wonderland of Lights is open every day including major holidays. You’ll have plenty […]
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Boo at the Zoo set for October 30
Advertisements The Racine Zoo’s annual Boo at the Zoo is being held on Saturday, October 30 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. This is a family-friendly event that is fun for all children, young and old alike. Guests will travel around the Zoo to find Trick-or-Treat “Knock-Knock” Doors. There will also be locally-sponsored Business Booths […]
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Upcoming Programs and Events at the Racine Public Library
Advertisements The following is a list of the upcoming programs at the Racine Public Library: The library is currently operating at full capacity. Masks are required by every patron over the age of two. Please respect social distancing guidelines. For more information about COVID-19 safety and guidelines, please visit the library website and check out […]
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Jacobs Family Halloween Lights to Benefit the Racine Zoo
Advertisements For the past 9 years, the Jacobs family has had a grand-scale Halloween light display at their house. Sarah, Josh, and their daughters, Cali and Izzy enjoy decorating together for the holidays. The Jacobs Family welcomes people to their house to enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience this Halloween. They decorate their lawn with scenes featuring […]
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Racine Zoo
Advertisements Racine Zoo details Address: 2131 N. Main Street, Racine WIPhone number: (262) 636-9189Website: https://racinezoo.org/Hours of operation: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 29, 2021 – September 6, 2021, last paid admission at 4:30 p.m.10 a.m. to 4 p.m. September 7, 2021 – May 27, 2022, last paid admission at 3:30 p.m. Nestled on the sandy […]
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Racine Zoo Presents Halloween Glow Drive-Though Event
Advertisements RACINE – Halloween Glow, an illuminated drive-through holiday event, returns to the Racine Zoo here next month. Racine Zoo Halloween Glow Event The 2021 Halloween Glow, which runs October 1 through 31, allows guests to enjoy an enchanting Halloween experience from the comfort of their own vehicle. Upon entering the Zoo at the 200 […]
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Racine Zoo Welcomes a Wallaroo Named Jiemba
Advertisements The Racine Zoo welcomes a wallaroo named Jiemba. This 21-month old recently made a move from Oakland Zoo in Oakland, California, to Racine. His transition is a part of the Species Survival Plan’s efforts. Species Survival Plans, or SSPs, are cooperative efforts between accredited zoos, aquariums, and their partners around the country – and sometimes […]
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Racine Zoo Celebrates 55th Birthday of White-Handed Gibbon, Yule
Advertisements The Racine Zoo is celebrating a very special birthday this week. Yule, a white-handed gibbon, is turning 55 years old, this Friday, May 28. His birthday will be spent with many zoo-goers and staff, and he will be given special birthday enrichment for this exciting occasion. Yule was born May 6, 1966, and he […]
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All In For The Animals Zoo Fundraiser
Advertisements From Tuesday, May 18 to Thursday, May 20, Racine Zoo will be hosting their All In For The Animals fundraiser. Through the generosity of the RUUD Family Foundation, Educators Credit Union, and McDonald’s of North Racine, each donated dollar up to $5,000 will be matched. This means each donation will have four times the […]
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Racine Zoo Welcomes Tawny Frogmouth
Advertisements The Racine Zoo added another tawny frogmouth to their exhibit. The Zoo is pleased to introduce the newest animal, Groot. He will join Ashton, the tawny frogmouth in the Australian-themed Walkabout Creek Exhibit, alongside the kangaroos, wallaroos, and emu. Tawny frogmouths are insectivorous birds native to Australia, and one of the species atthe Racine […]
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Racine Zoo Concert Lineup 2021
Advertisements RACINE, WI – The Racine Zoo is looking forward to summer and is excited to announce the artist lineup for their three 2021 concert series. This also includes their 34th annual Animal Crackers concerts and the debut of Animal Crackers Junior and Music at the Zoo concerts. Concerts at the Zoo are a Racine […]
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North Shore Bank Launches “For the Love of Animals” May Campaign
Advertisements North Shore Bank has announced that zoos and humane societies across the state will be the focus of the bank’s second community give-back program “Bank on Kindness,” a campaign to support local efforts of Wisconsin non-profit organizations. Until May 31, the public can donate to the local animal-focused community partner(s) of their choice through […]
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Racine Lifts Occupancy Limits; Masks Still Required
Advertisements RACINE – The City of Racine has revised its “Safer Racine” ordinance to end occupancy limits that were put in place last year to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The revisions were released Thursday by Racine Public Health Administrator Dottie Kay Bowersox. The update to the ordinance includes: Increases indoor and outdoor […]
